February 08, 2015, 8:23PM

A highlight of the science fiction-oriented Chewbacchus parade that rolled in the Bywater and Marigny on Saturday (February 7) during Mardi Gras 2015, was a huge, hand-built white whale float called "Gilliam." Watch as artist Sarah House describes the materials and science fiction references embodied in the great beast.

February 08, 2015, 4:39PM

The science fiction-oriented Chewbacchus parade charmed crowds in the Bywater and Marigny on Saturday (February 7) during Mardi Gras 2015. As usual, Chewbacchus had the vibe of a costume party that spilled onto the city streets and rambled along at it's own odd rhythm. For more, go to mardigras.com.

February 07, 2015, 11:58AM

The science fiction-oriented Krewe of Chewbacchus passed the torch on Friday (Feb. 6) from current king Chester Simmons to "Pope for Life" Peter Mayhew, the actor who played Chewbacca in the "Star Wars" movie series. Chewbacchus parades Saturday (Feb.7) at 6 p.m., starting on St. Claude Avenue near Poland Avenue. Visit www.mardigras.com for more information.

January 26, 2013, 3:40PM

Watch as soft-spoken Star Wars star Peter Mayhew discusses the enduring appeal of his character Chewbacca, his hopes for his ride in the Chewbacchus Mardi Gas parade (Jan. 26, 2013), the normalcy of the members of the Chewbacchus krewe and news of new Star Wars movies. Mayhew greeted fans and signed autographs at BSI Comics, comic book store in Metairie.